Fuses and relays Nissan Note (E12), 2012 - 2020

The Nissan Note belongs to the subcompact MPV segment. The second generation (designated E12) was produced from 2012 through 2020, during which time it underwent a mid-cycle facelift.  This guide details the locations and circuit assignments for all major electronic control units (ECUs), fuse boxes, and relays.

Special attention is given to the fuses and relays for the Nissan Note E12, featuring unit location photos, circuit diagrams, and full pinout descriptions.

Passenger Compartment Fuse Box

The fuse box is located on the side of the instrument panel, behind the end access cover.

Location overview

Fuse Box Diagram
No.	Circuit Description
2	10 A – Auxiliary electrical equipment (refer to diagram on cover back)
4	10 A – Auxiliary electrical equipment (refer to diagram on cover back)
5	10 A – Windshield and rear window washers
6	10 A – Supplemental Restraint System (SRS airbags)
7	10 A – Auxiliary electrical equipment (refer to diagram on cover back)
8	20 A – Spare
9	10 A – Starting system, Intelligent Key system
10	20 A – Heated rear window, Body Control Module (BCM)
11	10 A – Auxiliary electrical equipment (refer to diagram on cover back)
14	15 A – Cigarette lighter, front auxiliary power socket
16	10 A – Power mirrors, audio display unit
17	10 A – Audio system, instrument cluster
19	15 A – Air conditioning system
20	20 A – Air conditioning system
21	15 A – Air conditioning system
R1	Passenger compartment accessory relay
R2	Ignition system relay
R3	Blower motor relay

Engine Compartment Fuse Boxes

Main Fuse Box

Location overview.

Unit photo.

Fuse Box Diagram
No.	Circuit Description
34	10 A – Headlamps
35	10 A – Headlamps
37	10 A – Tail lamps, parking light system
38	Spare
39	30 A – Washer system
40	15 A – Low beam headlamps
41	15 A – Low beam headlamps
42	10 A – Air conditioner compressor relay
48	15 A – Fuel pump relay
49	10 A – Body Control Module (BCM), Engine Control Module (ECM), Intelligent Key system, push-button start
50	10 A – Brake control system (ABS/ESP)
51	10 A – Engine Control Module (ECM)
52	15 A – Electronic throttle control actuator relay
53	20 A – ECM relay, Engine Management System, NVIS (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System)
54	15 A – Engine Management System
55	10 A – Engine Management System

Auxiliary Fuse Box

General view.

No.	Circuit Description
23	Spare
24	10 A – Charging system, horn, Intelligent Key system, vehicle security system
25	10 A – Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) control system
26	Spare
27	Spare
28	Spare
29	15 A – Audio system / 20 A – Navigation system, display screen
30	10 A – Body Control Module (BCM), brake control system, Engine Control Module (ECM), Intelligent Key system
31	15 A – Front fog lamps
F	40 A / 50 A – Cooling fan relay
G	40 A – Body Control Module (BCM), Daytime Running Light (DRL) system, front fog lamps, front wiper and washer system
H	40 A – Starting system, ignition relay
I	40 A Spare
J	60 A – Electric Power Steering (EPS)
K	Spare
L	30 A – Brake control system (ABS/ESP)
M	30 A – Brake control system (ABS/ESP)

Battery Terminal Fuse Block

Mounted directly on the positive battery terminal.

• A – 120 A – Alternator / Generator
• B – 60 A – Ignition relay
• C – 80 A – Accessory relay block
• D – 100 A – Main power feed
• E – 80 A – Lighting/lamp relay